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$115+ Cheap flights from Traverse City to San Francisco (TVC - SFO)

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TVC — SFO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Traverse City (TVC) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$481
From Traverse City Cherry Capital to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Traverse City to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Traverse City to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:32 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:00 amSFO - TVC
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:20 amTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Wed 11/511:41 amSFO - TVC
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/27$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/212:15 pmTVC - SFO
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/275:15 amSFO - TVC
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$379
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/139:40 pmTVC - SFO
3 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1711:59 pmSFO - TVC
1 stop15h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$516

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Traverse City

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 10/31

12:32 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

6:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$259

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Fri 10/31

6:20 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

11:41 am-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$283

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 8/21

2:15 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

5:15 am-3:57 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$379

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Wed 8/13

9:40 pm-10:56 pm

3 stops28h 16m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

11:59 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 01m

$516

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 8/30

2:45 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$115

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$235

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 8/25

1:07 pm-5:18 pm

3 stops31h 11m

$239

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 8/11

7:18 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$258

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sun 8/24

11:46 am-12:58 am

1 stop16h 12m

$286

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Mon 9/1

7:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$343

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Traverse City to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TVC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Traverse City to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and JetBlue from Traverse City to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Traverse City to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Traverse City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $289, American Airlines will fly you from Traverse City to San Francisco and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $294 and $379, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Traverse City to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Traverse City to San Francisco are United Airlines ($115), American Airlines ($120), and Delta ($235).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Traverse City to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Traverse City to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Traverse City to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Traverse City to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Traverse City to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Traverse City to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Traverse City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Traverse City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Traverse City to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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